Calix Software Developer reviews

4.1

77% would recommend to a friend

(27 total reviews)
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Michael Weening

100% approve of CEO

90% positive business outlook

Software Developer employees have rated Calix with 4.1 out of 5 stars, based on 27 company reviews on Glassdoor. This indicates that most Software Developer professionals have an excellent working experience there. Calix is rated in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) by Software Developer professionals compared to other employers within the Information Technology industry (3.6 stars).

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27 reviews
5.0
Jun 4, 2025

Good Perks and Benefits

Recommend
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Pros

Perks and benefits Employee well being Innovation sessions

Cons

Nothing I could think of

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Calix Response
11mo
Thank you so much for leaving us a review! We're glad to hear you're enjoying the perks, focus on well being, and our innovation opportunities. It's always encouraging to know when our efforts make a positive impact! Please let us know if there is ever anything you have identified as a growth opportunity for us!
2.0
Feb 19, 2025
Recommend
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Pros

Most teams at Calix have a relaxed, people-first culture.

Cons

They offered me 20k under the range posted for the job After layoffs I was expected to complete 4 times as much on call (team of 3 expected to cover 24/7 support) with no additional compensation Poor documentation and testing practices Very inefficient development/release process (but I think it’s improving slowly) Manager/team specific cons: Management will sometimes call me 7/8 pm for non urgent topics that could be discussed the following day. Poor communication. No development plan/ assistance on my career goals

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Calix Response
1y
Thank you for your feedback. We’re glad to hear that you have experienced our ‘people-first’ culture as we take great pride in the environment that we create for our employees and the awards that we’ve subsequently won for championing individual and team success. Employee well-being is important to us and we encourage all leaders to respect personal time outside of ‘normal business hours’, though in a global organization, that can be challenging. We’re mindful of the current team’s capacity and are actively recruiting for additional team members to ensure that we have the resources needed to meet our strategic priorities. It sounds like we’ve missed the mark in a few areas regarding team / functional leadership and will pass your feedback along to the team. We appreciate you taking the time to provide your feedback and ‘make us better’ – we care about your experience and your overall wellbeing and would invite you to connect with your Talent and Culture Business to discuss your feedback in more details.
5.0
Nov 27, 2024
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

Positive Work Culture: Encourages collaboration, innovation, and open communication. Employee Perks: Comprehensive perks including wellness programs, learning opportunities, and flexible work arrangements. State-of-the-Art Facilities: Modern office spaces, ergonomic workstations, and recreational areas. Competitive Pay: Fair and competitive compensation packages aligned with industry standards. Career Growth: Clear career development paths and regular upskilling opportunities.

Cons

Nothing significant worth mentioning here.

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Calix Response
1y
Thank you for sharing your experience. Our culture is built to maximize employee influence, providing opportunities to collaborate and innovate in a global environment. We care about our employees and their well-being, and are glad to hear your positive feedback on our flexible work environment, wellness programs, and overall compensation and benefits packages. Our employees matter and we believe in 'investing in the success of others' and developing talent within. We wish you continued success in your career and thank you for your valuable feedback.
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